Lucille Mildred Ronningen joined her loving husband in the arms of our Heavenly Father on October 14, 2021, in her home of 46 years, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Lucille Mildred Syverson was born August 27,1923. She was born and raised in Cherry Grove Township. She attended country school at District 146. In 1944, she married Kenneth Ronningen. She worked alongside her husband on their dairy and crop farm until they retired and built their dream home in 1975. Kenneth died January 16, 2000.
Lucille loved her beautiful flower gardens, which were featured in many photography settings, newspapers, and magazines. She took pride in her home and yard and they were always immaculate. Most important to Lucille was family. She never missed a birthday or holiday. She made many Christmas Eve dinners and baked many holiday treats. Lucille and Kenneth loved to travel and went on may bus trips all over the United States and Canada with a unique group of traveling friends.
She was a faithful member of Lands Lutheran Church, lifelong member and supporter of the DFL, Farmers Union, Garden Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Edeth Syverson, infant son, husband Kenneth, and sister in-law Betty Syverson.
Survived by son Kelly (Joann) Ronningen, and grandchildren Renae (Rodney) Streich, Karen Jones, Kurtis (Alli) Ronningen, great grandchildren Stella Streich, Knute Ronningen, Aislynn Ronningen, and Matilda Jones, brother, Charles Syverson nieces and nephews.
A private burial was attended by family. A celebration of life may be held at a later time. Memorials may be sent to Lands Lutheran Church Cemetery, and Friends of St. Rose (http://www.friendsofstrose.org/ )
Arrangements were made by Rochester Cremation services. Condolences may be left at rochestercremationservicesmn.com
